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The Oathbound

The Oathbound

Epic FantasyFantasy
Pages
304
Published
1988
Language
English

Synopsis

Tarma, a sword-sworn warrior, seeks vengeance for her slain clan. Kethry, a sorceress with a magical sword, pledges to use her powers for good. Fate brings these two powerful women together, uniting them in a blood oath to fight evil and fulfill their destiny. Join them on an epic journey of magic, combat, and a shared quest for justice.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

AdventurousDark
RevengeQuestFound Family

Genres

Epic Fantasy Fantasy

About the author

M
Mercedes Lackey

Mercedes Lackey is an American fantasy author, born on June 24, 1950. She is best known for the Valdemar series, set in the world of Velgarth, which began with Arrows of the Queen in 1987. She also writes the Elemental Masters and Five Hundred Kingdoms series, and has collaborated with authors including Andre Norton, Anne McCaffrey, Eric Flint, Piers Anthony, James Mallory and her husband, the artist Larry Dixon. In 2021 the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association named her the 38th Damo...

Characters

TarmaProtagonist
KethryProtagonist
All characters in The Oathbound

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Oathbound a good starting point for Mercedes Lackey's Valdemar series?

    The Oathbound is the first book in the Vows and Honor series, which is a good entry point into the broader Valdemar universe. While it introduces new characters and a self-contained storyline, it also provides a foundational understanding of the world and its magic system.

  • Does The Oathbound feature a strong female friendship?

    The central relationship in The Oathbound is the deep and evolving bond between the two main female protagonists, Tarma and Kethry. Their partnership is a core element of the narrative, focusing on their mutual support and shared journey.